2013-2014 Season Preview

The Breakthrough Theatre of Winter Park has announced its lineup for the rest of 2013, which includes such big names as Neil Simon and Jason Robert Brown. (Not to mention a certain Frog and Toad). Performances take place at the theater, 419A W. Fairbanks Ave., Winter Park. For more details, call...

The Gateway Center for the Arts upcoming theatrical season includes a double dose of "Beauty and the Beast" in its offerings. The shows, which range from musicals to mystery to comedy, take place at the center, 880 N. U.S. 17-92, DeBary. For more information on the productions, call 386-668-5553...

Here's what's coming up for 2013-14 at the Melon Patch Playhouse in Leesburg. In a year with a lot of theaters performing the same works, or frequently performed works, it's nice to see some variety in the Melon Patch schedule — shows such as "A Nice Family Gathering" and "The Little Foxes" bring...

Musicals and comedies dominate the Ocala Civic Theatre's 2013-14 Signature series and Ovation series. The Signature season will begin Sept. 5 with the musical "Les Miserables." Set in turbulent 1800s France, "Les Miserables" follows the trials and tribulations of ex-prisoner Jean Valjean as he...

The Sands Theater Company has planned an ambitious season that opens with the songs of Elvis Presley and culminates with beloved Broadway musical "Les Miserables." Performances are at the Athens Theatre, 124 N. Florida Ave., DeLand. For more information on the shows or tickets, go to athenstheatre.org...

The Daytona Playhouse has an interesting and eclectic lineup planned for the 2013-14 season. Performances take place at the Playhouse, 100 Jessamine Blvd., Daytona Beach. Details: http://www.DaytonaPlayhouse.org or 386-255-2431. Here's the lineup. • SAID THE SPIDER TO THE FLY: Sept. 6-14. Stolen...

The Seminole State College Fine Arts Theatre will host a Fringe Festival veteran and premiere a new adaptation of the classic Greek play "Lysistrata" during its season. Bobbie Bell has given "Lysistrata" a groovy "make love, not war" vibe. Seminole State is also presenting August Wilson's entire...

Valencia College Theater's 2013-14 season includes the Florida premiere of "The Cripple of Inishmaan," currently onstage in London, Shakespeare and a biting musical about the justice system. Performances are in the Performing Arts Center at Valencia College's East Campus, 701 N. Econlockhatchee...

The Moonlight Theatre has announced its upcoming 2013-14 season, full of music and comedy. Performances are at the Moonlight Theatre, 732 W. Montrose St., Clermont. For more information on the shows or tickets, go to moonlightplayers.com or call 352-319-1116. • SPAMALOT: Sept. 6-29. Silly musical...

The Titusville Playhouse has announced its 2013-14 season, which opens with blockbuster "Les Miserables" and includes other big Broadway musicals such as "The King and I" and "Spamalot." Performances are at the Emma Parrish Theatre, 301 Julia St., Titusville. For more information on the shows or...